agha
Agha (noun) means an honorific title for high-ranking officials, used historically in Turkey and other Muslim regions. Example: “The local agha oversaw tax collection in the province.”
How to use agha
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA historical title of respect for officials in Ottoman and related societies, also used as a surname.
Word forms
aghas plural, Aghas plural
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The local _____ oversaw tax collection in the province.
Etymology
From Ottoman Turkish aghā, a title of respect.
Frequently asked questions
What does “agha” mean?
The word “agha” means an honorific title for high-ranking officials, used historically in Turkey and other Muslim regions. In plain terms, a historical title of respect for officials in Ottoman and related societies, also used as a surname.
How do you pronounce “agha”?
“Agha” is pronounced AH-guh (/ˈɑːɡə/ in IPA).
How do you use “agha” in a sentence?
Here is “agha” used in a sentence: “The local agha oversaw tax collection in the province.”
What part of speech is “agha”?
Depending on how it is used, “agha” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “agha” come from?
The word “agha” comes from Ottoman Turkish. From Ottoman Turkish aghā, a title of respect.
How many meanings does “agha” have?
“Agha” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: an honorific title for high-ranking officials, used historically in Turkey and other Muslim regions.
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